1973 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1998 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1998 Toyota Paseo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Paseo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Paseo (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Paseo weights approximately 95 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Paseo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Toyota Paseo (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Paseo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | 1998 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Galant | Paseo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1376 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2390 mm |
